Kunisada: Dragon Magic (Sold)

Artist: Utagawa Kunisada
Title: Unryu Kuro Performing Dragon Magic
Series: Competition of the Art of Magic done by Toyokuni (Toyokuni kigô kijutsu kurabe)
Date: 1862

The actor Kawarazaki Gojûrô I as Unryu Kuro. He is shown in a relaxed outfit with a towel at his neck, casually making a magical mudra with his hands as a large dragon materializes behind him. The dragon seems obedient and crouches at Kuro’s feet almost like a pet dog. The dragon is made to look rather immaterial, comprised of soft blues and silver mica. Strands of red flame appear, indicating that there is indeed magic at work in this scene.

Condition: Excellent impression and color; very good condition. Surface wrinkles.
Dimensions: ôban 
Publisher: Hirano-ya
Signature: nanajû hachi-oToyokuni hitsu (brush of Toyokuni at 78 years old)

SKU: KUS445